Adjective
/lændləs/
The term "landless" refers to individuals or groups who do not possess land. It is often used in contexts relating to socio-economic issues, such as discussions on poverty, agriculture, and housing. Its frequency of use can vary depending on the context; however, it tends to appear more in written documents (like reports and articles) than in casual oral conversations.
Landless farmers often struggle to find employment opportunities.
Landlose Landwirte haben oft Schwierigkeiten, Arbeitsmöglichkeiten zu finden.
The organization advocates for the rights of landless communities.
Die Organisation setzt sich für die Rechte landloser Gemeinschaften ein.
In many countries, a significant portion of the population is landless.
In vielen Ländern ist ein erheblicher Teil der Bevölkerung landlos.
While "landless" itself may not appear frequently in idiomatic expressions, its use in socio-political contexts can lead to related idiomatic phrases about land ownership and social issues.
"Caught between rock and a hard place" when landless individuals struggle to find equitable solutions to their displacement.
Landlose Menschen stecken oft zwischen Hammer und Amboss, wenn sie nach fairen Lösungen für ihre Vertreibung suchen.
"Building castles in the air" reflects the dreams of landless individuals who wish to own property.
Das Bauen von Luftschlössern spiegelt die Träume landloser Menschen wider, die Eigentum besitzen möchten.
"The grass is always greener on the other side" highlights the frustrations of the landless who envy those with property.
Das Gras ist immer grüner auf der anderen Seite, was die Frustrationen der Landlosen verdeutlicht, die die Eigentümer beneiden.
The word "landless" is formed from the combination of "land," which has Old English origins (from “lond” meaning "land, country"), and the suffix "-less," which comes from Old English "leas," meaning "without" or "lacking." The term has been in use since the early 19th century, especially in contexts related to social status and land rights.